Passion. Purpose. Impact. CJP is at the heart of Greater Boston's Jewish community, but our reach is felt around the world. Ranked by BBJ as Massachusetts’ largest non-profit organization – CJP is a philanthropic investor and mobilizer of people, resources, and skills that make a bigger difference locally and globally.
Associate Director of Technology
The Associate Director, Technology ensures the effective and efficient delivery on CJP’s technology vision. The Associate Director uses advanced agile process management, technical knowledge, and communication skills to bridge between organizational needs and technical solutions while promoting best practices, fostering innovation, and driving continuous improvement. This role has a primary focus on agile solution development and delivery with key components of team mentoring and management, process automation and improvement, system implementation, configuration, and administration, and metrics development and reporting.
- Demonstrated experience delivering value through agile project management techniques (e.g. Kanban, Scrum)
- Proven ability to collaboratively lead cross-functional teams to realize shared goals
- Confidence in facilitating planning and execution of both operational and project work
- Facilitate ceremonies including planning sessions, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives tailored to organizational and team needs
- Prioritize project and operational work
- Proactively identify any project risks or issues and escalate them when appropriate
- Mentor and guide team members on agile practices and principles
Operations
- Own day-to-day operations of technology services managing solution engineering, data design, testing, and integration in alignment with organization goals and in compliance with information security policies and procedures
- Ensure high-quality data assets are developed, measured, and maintained
- Manage staff with a focus on goals
- Provide hands-on delivery of components of CJP’s technology and service offerings
- Coordinate internal resources and work with third party vendors
- Provide user support and training on a variety of tools throughout the organization
Metrics
- Develop and maintain key performance indicators for technology projects and operations
- Contribute to the organizational desire to be a data-informed culture
- Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation
Organizational Relationships/Scope:
Reports to VP, Technology. Direct reports as assigned.
CJP is not able to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, project management, business analytics, data, technical, or non-profit field, or equivalent experience and training
Experience:
- A minimum of 5 years of related experience working in a technology function with non-profit, fundraising, or similar environment preferred
- Staff management experience preferred
- Experience implementing systems, onboarding technology, process mapping, and agile project management
- Experience implementing, administering, and supporting enterprise technology software in a SaaS model (e.g. CRM, Financial, HRIS)
Skills/Competencies:
- Agile project management (e.g. Kanban, Scrum)
- Understanding of the aspects and importance of process management and data governance
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment
- Attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills
- Ability to demonstrate caring, creativity, insight, flexibility, and strong collaboration skills in building partnerships across the organization; excellent intrapersonal skills
- Ability to manage confidential information sensitively and appropriately
- Ability to be flexible and adaptable to changes and shifting priorities Ability to work overtime during periods of peak demand and time critical projects
CJP provides a unique opportunity to leverage your skills, talents, and experience to benefit the greater good while fostering your professional growth. You will work in a dynamic environment with a diverse group of individuals who share your commitment and enthusiasm. Together, we make a difference for both Jews and non-Jews in Greater Boston and worldwide. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive, family-friendly work environment.
CJP Core Commitments
CJP is guided by our Core Values— Respect, Caring, Collaboration, Integrity, and Innovation— that ground our work and shape the culture we create together.
For more information about CJP, visit www.cjp.org and https://www.cjp.org/about-us/careers/find-a-job
Equal Opportunity Statement
CJP is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Accommodation Disclaimer
CJP is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment for individuals of all abilities and backgrounds. We provide reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
CJP conducts background checks as part of the hiring process.
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